CARL JUNG, Swiss psychiatrist born (d. 1961) Jung's unique and broadly influential approach to psychology has emphasized understanding the psyche through exploring the worlds of dreams, art, mythology, world religion and philosophy. Although he was a theoretical psychologist and practicing clinician for most of his life, much of his life's work was spent exploring other realms, including Eastern and Western philosophy, alchemy, astrology, sociology, as well as literature and the arts.
His most notable contributions include his concept of the psychological archetype, the collective unconscious, and his theory of synchronicity. Jung emphasized the importance of balance and harmony. He cautioned that modern humans rely too heavily on science and logic and would benefit from integrating spirituality and appreciation of the unconscious realm. It is for this reason that Jungian ideas are not typically included in curriculum of most major universities' psychology departments, but are occasionally explored in humanities departments.
L to R: BFFs David Bowie and Mick Jagger
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MICK JAGGER, English musician, born (The Rolling Stones) Best known as the lead singer of the English rock band The Rolling Stones he is indisputably regarded one of the greatest front men in the history of rock and roll, and has a stage presence that is largely inimitable. Jagger has become well known over the years for his high profile relationships. At last count, he has seven children by four different women, and has been the subject of many scandals over the years. He was also rumored to have been lovers…or was at least caught in bed with…David Bowie.
Noteworthy
1991 -
PAUL "PEEWEE HERMAN" REUBENS is arrested in a Sarasota, Florida theater for exposing himself. After the arrest Reubens drifted from public view. He used the arrest as a chance to escape Pee-wee and play other roles as Paul Reubens. But in late summer 2006 Paul announced that Pee-wee’s Playhouse: The Movie has been green-lighted. The film went into production around February 2007. In October 2006, Reubens made a rare public appearance at an east coast fan convention, "Chiller Theater," with "Pee-Wee’s Playhouse" co-star, Lynne Marie Stewart. There he donned a gray suit with a bold red necktie, and signed autographed pictures and other memorabilia and posed for photographs with fans. For the first time in fifteen years, Reubens appeared in full character as Pee-wee at the Spike TV Guys Choice Awards in June 2007 to present the Funniest MF Award.
Washington State Supreme Court
2006 -
Supreme Court in Washington State upheld the state ban on marriage equality. Oops!
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